Technological resilience is emerging as a key aspect of Indonesia’s foreign policy. For Australia, this shift presents opportunities for deeper cooperation with one of its closest neighbours. Canberra can strengthen Jakarta’s resistance against hybrid threats …
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s first year in office has made clear that his technology agenda is about digital sovereignty and state capacity, beyond shiny infrastructure. While his digital policy sits quietly behind populist social programs …
Australia and Indonesia concluded their ninth foreign and defence ministers’ meeting in Canberra on 28 August, resulting in agreements in strategic sectors, especially critical minerals. The meeting capped off what has been a year of …
As President Prabowo Subianto’s administration prioritises national self-reliance, maintaining autonomy on technology that matters for Indonesia’s future—including AI—is essential. AI embedded in critical infrastructure affects how data is collected, processed and secured, shaping decision-making processes. …
Huawei dominates Indonesia’s telecommunication network infrastructure. It won over Indonesia mainly through cost competitiveness and by generating favour through capacity-building programs and strategic relationships with the government, and telecommunication operators. But Huawei’s dominance poses risks. …
Amendments to Indonesia’s military law risk undermining civilian supremacy and the country’s defence capabilities. Passed by the House of Representatives on 20 March, the main changes include raising the retirement age and allowing military officers …





